This bill proposes the establishment of vulnerable adult multidisciplinary teams in each county or region of Michigan to address the needs of vulnerable adults. These teams will consist of public, private, and represented professionals authorized to represent their respective agencies. The bill outlines the powers and duties of these teams, emphasizing their obligation to maintain confidentiality regarding the information they handle. Teams will be allowed to share information among themselves and with specific entities, such as adult protective services and law enforcement, while ensuring that the information is not subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act or the Open Meetings Act.
The bill defines key terms, including "vulnerable adult" and "team," and specifies the composition of the multidisciplinary teams, which may include law enforcement officers, representatives from health and human services, legal services, and community mental health programs, among others. The overarching goals of these teams include preventing and investigating abuse and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults, coordinating necessary services, developing prevention programs, and raising community awareness about the issues faced by vulnerable adults.